The Brooks Range serves as a gateway to the Gwich’in’s traditional world. For centuries, Gwich’in hunters have ventured into the range’s southern foothills, setting up camps along the numerous rivers and streams that flow from the mountains. These camps, often made from temporary structures of anima
The Chilkoot Trail: Hiking the Golden Staircase of ’98 A Challenging but Rewarding Hike The 33-mile Chilkoot Trail, stretching from
The Chilkat blanket is one of the most complex and revered textile arts in the world, with a rich history and cultural significance that spans centuries. This wearable art form is deeply rooted in the traditions of the Tlingit people, who have lived along the coast of Southeast Alaska for thousands
On July 27, 1778, British explorer James Cook set sail on his third and final voyage in search of the fabled Northwest Passage, a water route believed to connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through the Canadian Arctic. Cook’s ship, the Resolution, accompanied by the Discovery, sailed north into
Bethel, the largest city in the westernmost region of Alaska, is a melting pot of cultures, but at its heart lies the rich heritage of the Yup’ik people. For generations, the city has been the hub of Yup’ik country, a place where the traditional ways of life have blended with modern society. In this
Located at the northernmost tip of the United States, where the Arctic Ocean meets the sky, lies a city that has been home to the Iñupiat for thousands of years. Once known as Barrow, this small city has been rechristened Utqiaġvik, a name that reflects the rich cultural heritage of its inhabitants.
The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, a vast and remote wilderness area in northeastern Alaska, is home to the Iizhik Gwats’an Gwandaii Goodlit, or ‘The Sacred Place Where Life Begins.’ For the Gwich’in people, this coastal plain, known as the 1002 Area, is a sacred place where life begins and ends,
The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971 was a landmark legislation that marked a significant shift in the relationship between the U.S. government and Alaska Native communities. This article will delve into the history and implications of ANCSA, focusing on its relevance to hikers an
The Russian colonial period was marked by violence, exploitation, and cultural suppression. The Alutiiq people were forced to adopt European customs and practices, which eroded their traditional way of life.
Introduction The Alutiiq people have lived on Kodiak Island for over 7,500 years, developing a rich and vibrant culture that